Beginning Windows Phone App Development

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Security

Because everything about the design and operation of Windows Phone targets consumers, it is only natural that Microsoft has carefully thought through the ways to protect Windows Phone users from both intentional and unintentional harm. Windows Phone ships with a compelling set of built-in security features that strive to accomplish that goal.

The capabilities of the Windows Phone platform allow data to be protected both in transit and on the device. Because of the centralized application certification process, consumers gain confidence that no malicious applications will be downloaded and installed on their devices. Moreover, should the phone be lost or stolen, each device comes with a free web-based tool that allows ...